Road Cycling
It is easy to see the appeal of road cycling: by covering longer distances compared to walking, you get to see much more, and at the same time you stay active and get to be close to nature.
It is equally easy to see what makes the region of Lugano a suitable destination for bike lovers. Terrific routes over mountain passes lead through vineyards, valleys on panoramic roads, inviting visitors to enjoy Lugano by bike.
"There is no place like the Region of Lugano: my love for biking began right here, where I was born and raised. I encourage you to discover this piece of paradise located in Switzerland by riding along the routes of the Lugano area".
(Filippo Colombo)
Bike friendly accommodations
Stay in a place that offers top customized services, well situated for people who are especially hard to please and want a unique personalized experience.
Special Hotels Offers
Discover the most ideal and convenient places where to spend the night. It's possible to choose from several kind of accomodation that offers you special bike packages.
Bike Rental, Guide, Bike Shuttle Service & Workshops
Discover all the provided accessory services such as renting, Bike Guide, bike shuttle service and workshops.
Transporting bikes
Discover how to transport your bicycle on public transports in the Region of Lugano.
Bike Guided Excursions and Experiences
Here a selection of some bike guided excursions and experiences you can choose from!
Outdoor
Peaks and Palms
From the wonderful peaks of the Swiss mountains to the palm trees along the shores of Lake Lugano. The beauty of nature, the mild climate and the typical hospitality of southern Switzerland are the ideal elements for a holiday in the outdoor dedicated to well-being.
Outdoor
Peaks and Palms
From the wonderful peaks of the Swiss mountains to the palm trees along the shores of Lake Lugano. The beauty of nature, the mild climate and the typical hospitality of southern Switzerland are the ideal elements for a holiday in the outdoor dedicated to well-being.
Cycling routes
Road cycling - LUGANO – MORCOTE – CASLANO – MIGLIEGLIA – TESSERETE – MONTE BAR – MONTE BRÈ - LUGANO
Lugano Road Bike Tour
A circular itinerary proposed in three stages, to discover this varied territory surrounded by nature.
3 STAGES
| Length | 160.4 km |
| Duration | 15 h 15' |
| Height difference | 4321 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | difficult |
Road cycling - LUGANO – CARONA – MORCOTE – PONTE TRESA – PORTO CERESIO (I) – RIVA SAN VITALE – MELIDE – LUGANO
The Lake of Lugano
A fascinating and classic route for road bike lovers: the partial tour of Lake Lugano.
| Length | 77.4 km |
| Duration | 5 h 10' |
| Height difference | 897 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | difficult |
Road cycling - AGNO – CASLANO – SESSA – MIGLIEGLIA – AROSIO – GRAVESANO – AGNO
Malcantone Tour
This itinerary allows you to cycle along the entire extension of this hilly region surrounded by nature.
| Length | 50 km |
| Duration | 4 h 20' |
| Height difference | 1139 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | difficult |
Road cycling - LUGANO – ALBONAGO – MONTE BRÈ – CASTAGNOLA – CASSARATE – LUGANO
The Monte Brè trail
The city of Lugano lies at the foot of this mountain that overlooks and protects it on the eastern side.
| Length | 24 km |
| Duration | 2 h 15' |
| Height difference | 659 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | medium |
Road cycling - AGNO – LUINO (I) – GERRA GAMBAROGNO – MONTE CENERI – AGNO
Discovering the two largest lakes in Ticino
This route crosses the border and connects the so-called south with the north of Ticino, initially starting from lake Lugano, then going up the river Tresa which connects the two lakes and acts as a border, and then continuing on the other side along the Verbano riverbank.
| Length | 76.6 km |
| Duration | 5 h |
| Height difference | 909 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | difficult |
Road cycling - LUGANO – CANOBBIO – TESSERETE – ORIGLIO – COMANO - LUGANO
Towards the Capriasca along the old railroad
The initial cycle path between Canobbio and Lugaggia is immersed in the woods and was previously the railway line connecting the town with the outskirts.
| Length | 28.7 km |
| Duration | 2 h 40' |
| Height difference | 772 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | medium |
Road cycling - LUGANO – CARONA – MORCOTE – AGNO – ORIGLIO – TESSERETE – LUGANO
Around Lugano
An intriguing and varied circular itinerary that accompanies the discovery of the most central area of the Lugano region.
| Length | 56.8 km |
| Duration | 4 h 20' |
| Height difference | 995 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | difficult |
Road cycling - LUGANO – CARONA – MORCOTE – MONTAGNOLA – LAGHETTO DI MUZZANO – LUGANO
Up and down the peninsula
The itinerary will take you uphill to the characteristic village of Carona, and the panoramic Parco San Grato.
| Length | 40.8 km |
| Duration | 3 h 30' |
| Height difference | 922 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | difficult |
Road cycling - LUGANO – PORLEZZA (I) – LANZO D’INTELVI (I) – SIGHIGNOLA (I) – AROGNO – MELIDE – LUGANO
The italian panoramic terrace overlooking Lugano
This route takes you across the border to the top of the Sighignola mountain (1,320 m.), which is located in Italy but offers a typically Ticino-like panorama.
| Length | 73.6 km |
| Duration | 6 h 20' |
| Height difference | 1726 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | difficult |
Road cycling - AGNO – PONTE TRESA – SESSA – LAGHETTO DI ASTANO – MIGLIEGLIA – ARANNO – AGNO
In the heart of the Malcantone region between woods and hills
The name of this tour describes its main feature.
| Length | 51.1 km |
| Duration | 4 h 40' |
| Height difference | 1288 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | difficult |
Road cycling - AGNO – CASLANO – PONTE TRESA – PURA – AGNO
Discovering the local attractions
Discovering the many and varied attractions present in this small corner of the region, while sitting comfortably on the bicycle, a relaxed cycle mainly far away from the traffic.
| Length | 20.7 km |
| Duration | 1 h 25' |
| Height difference | 258 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | easy |
Road cycling - LUGANO – TESSERETE – MOTTO DELLA CROCE (MONTE BAR) – MAGLIO DI COLLA – SONVICO – LUGANO
Up towards the imposing Monte Bar
Monte Bar has always been a popular destination for the people of Lugano, and over time it has become an essential stop for all visitors to Lugano who love both nature and two wheels.
| Length | 45.9 km |
| Duration | 4 h 50' |
| Height difference | 1625 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | difficult |
Road cycling - LUGANO – TESSERETE – BIDOGNO – BOGNO – MAGLIO DI COLLA – TESSERETE – LUGANO
The Val Colla Tour
The route initially leads along the stretch between Canobbio and Tesserete, from the city to the outskirts, along an old railway line immersed in the woods and continues along the two main roads, with little traffic, which are located at both ends of Val Colla.
| Length | 36.6 km |
| Duration | 3 h 20' |
| Height difference | 1000 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | difficult |
Road cycling - AGNO – PONTE TRESA – MIGLIEGLIA – CADEMARIO – BIOGGIO – AGNO
On the slopes of Monte Lema
This route pays tribute to Monte Lema, the mountain with a dominating all-round panorama and that best represents the Malcantone region.
| Length | 38.4 km |
| Duration | 3 h 15' |
| Height difference | 867 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | difficult |
Road cycling - Basel - Bellinzona - Lugano - Mendrisio - Chiasso
North-South route nr. 3, Basel-Chiasso
Why not reach Ticino by bike over the Alps?
| Length | 374 km |
| Duration | 25 h 20' |
| Height difference | 4613 m |
| Requirements | difficult |
| Conditions | difficult |
